Phasemation T-600 Stereo MC Step Up Transformer (SUT)

Description

The Phasemation T-600 Stereo MC Step Up Transformer (SUT) is Phasemation’s latest stereo moving coil step up transformer, replacing and improving on the T-550 in a number of ways

Main features

Successor to T-550, but it features improved sound quality performance thanks to the adoption of a new transformer.  As the core of the T-600, the transformer underwent a thorough review of its manufacturing process. Enhancements such as precise wire tension control during winding have resulted in a transformer with greater expressive power

Supports both balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs. Each input and output is equipped with one balanced (XLR) and one unbalanced (RCA) terminal. To ensure superior sound quality, Neutrik XLR connectors are employed, while the RCA terminals are gold-plated. Unlike the previous T-550, the T-600 now allows selection between balanced and unbalanced inputs.

Equipped with “PASS” mode that allows use of MM cartridges and high-output level MCs without connection changes. Previously, the T-550 supported only MC cartridges. With the new LT-600, however, MM cartridges can also be used by connecting them in advance and selecting ‘PASS’ on the input selector. In addition, certain high-output MC cartridges that do not require step-up can also be connected in the same way as MM cartridges.

A chassis structure and layout optimized for transmitting pure musical signals. The compact chassis not only houses the transformer, but also incorporates a shield cover to suppress magnetic flux leakage and a floating structure with damping rubber to effectively minimize unwanted vibrations.

Gold-plated connectors and contact switches are employed to ensure clear and precise playback.  The circuit length is kept as short as possible, and a rotary switch with gold-plated contacts is employed for BALANCE / UNBALANCE / PASS switching, ensuring pure and fresh sound reproduction.